General Foreman – Major Infrastructure Project
Location: Birmingham / West Midlands
Rate: Negotiable (DOE) + Package / Lodge Available
Job Type: Contract
Red Sky Personnel are working alongside a well-established civil engineering contractor self-delivering works on one of the UK’s largest infrastructure schemes. Due to continued project growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced General Foreman to support the delivery of works on a major infrastructure package in the Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading contractor working on a nationally significant project involving complex civil engineering and infrastructure works.
The Role
The General Foreman will oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme and quality requirements.
Key responsibilities will include:
Supervising gangs and subcontractors across earthworks and groundworks activities
Managing daily site operations to ensure programme targets are met
Coordinating plant, labour and materials effectively
Delivering works in line with specifications, drawings and quality standards
Conducting toolbox talks, briefings and ensuring workforce engagement
Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress to site management
Driving productivity and resolving on-site issues proactively
Ensuring strict adherence to health & safety standards, including PPE, site procedures and workforce compliance
Requirements
Proven experience working as a General Foreman / Foreman on civil engineering or infrastructure projects
Strong background in earthworks, groundworks, drainage and infrastructure packages
SSSTS or SMSTS certification
Gold CSCS Card (Supervisor)
Strong leadership and man-management skills
Ability to read and interpret drawings and method statements
Experience working on major infrastructure or Tier 1 contractor projects beneficial
Excellent communication and organisational skills
What’s on Offer
Contract position on a flagship UK infrastructure project
Competitive rates (negotiable depending on experience)
Lodge available for those working away from home
Long-term project opportunities
Opportunity to work on one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure programmes
Interested? Apply now or get in contact with Cleo directly to find out more about this opportunity